The Benefits of eucalyptus

WHAT IS EUCALYPTUS?

•    Eucalyptus is native to Australia, but today can be found growing in subtropical regions worldwide. One of the first recorded medicinal uses of Eucalyptus was by the Australian aborigines, who not only extracted valuable water from its roots, but used its leaves to relieve fevers. It has been reported that early Australian developers were able to successfully treat and cure fever using Eucalyptus leaves.

WHY IS EUCALYPTUS HELATHY FOR YOU?

•     Eucalyptus as an ingredient in over-the-counter drugs is used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and for temporary relief of nasal congestion and coughs associated with a cold.
•     Eucalyptus oil has been compared to menthol because it acts on receptors in the nasal mucosa, which help to alleviate nasal congestion.
•    This is one among those essential oils that hold great importance in aromatherapy.
•    It is a good stimulant and thus helps in enhancing blood circulation to increase cardiac activity.
•    It acts like a disinfectant when mixed with water.
•    Due to its germicidal properties, it is used in dental care products like mouthwashes, toothpastes, and so on.
 
WHAT CAN EUCALYPTUS HELP WITH?

•    Sinus infections
•    Staying alert
•    Blocked nose
•    Common cold
•    Bronchitis
•    Asthma
•    Flu and other respiratory diseases
•     If eucalyptus oil is taken internally, it aids in controlling blood glucose levels.

HOW TO USE EUCALPTUS?

•    The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus reside in its oil, which is extracted from the fresh leaves and branch tips, as well as dried leaves.
•    Apply a few drops of eucalyptus oil on the handkerchief and inhale it at regular time intervals. Another best way is to put a few eucalyptus oil drops in the bath water
•    This oil is also used as a flavoring agent in some food products, baked foods, beverages and confectioneries

CAUSIONS FOR EUCALPTUS?

•    Insulin-dependent diabetics should carefully monitor blood sugar since eucalyptus may affect blood sugar levels.
•    Eucalyptus may affect the metabolism and clearance of drugs like phenobarbital, aminopyrine, and amphetamine by the liver. Anyone taking such medication should avoid the use of eucalyptus.
•    Only a few drops of Eucalyptus oil are enough to cause life-threatening poisoning in some children
For more information on Eucalyptus feel free to visit the links below    
http://www.nutrasanus.com/eucalyptus.html
http://www.drgranny.com/herbs-and-spice/eucalyptus-oil-benefits/

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